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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side of the aircraft offers a more dramatic transition from the arid coastlines of Baja California to the striking red rock formations of the Four Corners region and the high alpine peaks of the Western Rockies.

Left Side Highlights
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Baja Coastline

Striking views of the Pacific coastline and the rugged, mountainous interior of the Baja California peninsula shortly after takeoff.

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Sonoran Desert

Vast expanses of the Arizona desert, featuring unique geological textures and the occasional glint of the Colorado River.

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Painted Desert

Vibrant colors and layered rock formations as the flight path crosses northern Arizona and southern Utah.

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San Juan Mountains

Spectacular views of the jagged, snow-capped peaks of southwestern Colorado, including some of the state's highest '14ers'.

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Central Rockies

Aerial perspective of famous ski areas and high-altitude basins like the Gunnison Valley before descending into Denver.

Choose the left side for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the desert and mountains. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes before landing for the best mountain views. In winter, the snow-covered San Juan Mountains provide a stunning high-contrast landscape that is best viewed from this side.

Right Side Highlights
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Sea of Cortez

Deep blue waters and the scattered islands of the Gulf of California visible during the initial climb out of Los Cabos.

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Sierra Madre Occidental

The rugged and complex canyon systems of northern Mexico, offering a look at some of the most remote terrain in North America.

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Gila Wilderness

The vast, forested high-desert terrain of New Mexico, characterized by deep canyons and volcanic rock.

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Pikes Peak

The most famous summit of the Front Range, standing as a sentinel near Colorado Springs during the final approach.

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Front Range Urban Corridor

Views of Colorado Springs and the southern suburbs of Denver with the mountain backdrop as the plane turns for arrival.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Sea of Cortez. This side typically offers a better view of Pikes Peak and the Garden of the Gods area as the plane enters Colorado. If the flight arrives from the south, you will get an excellent overview of the transition from the plains to the foothills.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,918 km (1,192 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 33 min

Departure: SJD (23.15180015563965, -109.72100067138672)

Arrival: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)

Route Type: International

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